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"My English isn't improving. What should I do?" (audio included)
If you feel like your English has hit a plateau, you're not alone. This is a phenomenon that happens to writers, musicians, artists,...

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Jul 14, 20213 min read
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Video: PHRASAL VERBS: 3 ways to use "give back" in English
In my latest video, I give you practical examples of a high-frequency phrasal verb. Practice sentences like "Give me back my phone," "I...

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Jul 10, 20211 min read
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Common English: 3 Ways to Use "Take care of"
"Take care of" is a common English phrasal verb that can be used in a number of ways. Read on to see if you know all three. 1. to be...

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Jul 6, 20211 min read
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What's the Difference Between Fluency and Proficiency? (audio included)
Learning a language is a step-by-step process, but the road is not always straight. In fact, it has hundreds of paths that separate and...

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Jun 30, 20213 min read
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"I describe everything as 'Good' or 'Bad.' How can I expand my vocabulary?" (audio included)
It's natural to use the same vocabulary again and again when you're learning a new language, or even when you're a native speaker of that...

Alex
Jun 24, 20213 min read
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English Dialogues Ep.2: Ryan's Cab Ride (audio included)
This dialogue series is intended to help students see English in context. While studying aspects of language individually is helpful, it...

Alex
Jun 21, 20219 min read
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5 Idioms You Can Use at Work (with practice activities)
Idioms are frequently used in the workplace. Whether you're discussing your job, your co-workers, or your boss, idiomatic language is...

Alex
Jun 18, 20212 min read
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Video: Let's go! Learn 25 common imperatives in English with "let's"
In my latest video, I give you language you can activate immediately. How many of these "Let's" imperatives do you know, and how many of...

Alex
Jun 15, 20211 min read
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Avoid This Common Phrasal Verb Mistake!
Phrasal verbs are tough. Some are transitive, and some are intransitive. Some are separable, and some are inseparable. Some must be...

Alex
Jun 13, 20213 min read
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Talking about Your Job in English
This post is meant to help you practice some common questions and statements related to your job. If you have any feedback about the...

Alex
Jun 10, 20212 min read
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Unreal English Grammar: A Detailed Exploration of the Second Conditional
The second conditional is used to talk about hypothetical situations in the present and future. It is part of the unreal mood in English,...

Alex
Jun 7, 20216 min read
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English Dialogues Ep.1: Dinner with Mel and Tina (audio included)
This dialogue series is intended to help students see English in context. While studying aspects of language individually is helpful, it...

Alex
Jun 3, 20216 min read
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4 Ways to Use "SHOULD" in English
Most students know that should is used to give advice in English. However, that is not its only usage. In this article, we will look at...

Alex
May 31, 20213 min read
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Video: Phrasal Verbs: 5 Ways to Use "GET OUT" in English
In my latest video, I look at the 5 uses of a common English phrasal verb. Check it out and let me know if you have any questions! Oh,...

Alex
May 27, 20211 min read
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Practical English: 10 Everyday Phrasal Verbs
If you would like to learn more phrasal verbs, check out my first book, 100 Practical English Phrasal Verbs. It has 100 high-frequency...

Alex
May 26, 20213 min read
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3 Common RELATIONSHIP Idioms (with practice exercises!)
Has someone ever given you the cold shoulder? This means to intentionally ignore you or to make a show of appearing uninterested in you....

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May 23, 20212 min read
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Informal English: 3 Ways to Use "Gotcha"
"Gotcha" (pronounced GAW-chuh, the first vowel sound sounding like the "aw" in "got") is a common word in casual English communication....

Alex
May 21, 20212 min read
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English Grammar: 6 Ways to Use the Present Continuous
Most English students know that the present continuous is used to talk about actions that are in progress at the moment of speaking, such...

Alex
May 18, 20215 min read
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Video: Practice L & R Pronunciation in English with a Song
In my latest video, I sing a popular children's song to practice L & R pronunciation. Children's shows, movies, and songs are a great way...

Alex
May 16, 20211 min read
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When I Was a Kid: A Story to Practice Gerunds and Infinitives
This is a true story about me. I have highlighted the gerunds and infinitives so you can see how they are used in context. Make sure to...

Alex
May 14, 20213 min read
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